Dr. Spencer Scott Root M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2200 Nw Myhre Rd Silverdale WA, 98383About
Dr. Spencer Root is a gastroenterologist practicing in Silverdale, WA. Dr. Root specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Root performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda, Md, United States MD 1985
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda, Md, United States Medicine
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine 1985
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hepatitis
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Indigestion
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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